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DEQ awards $3,200,000 to the Bailey Creek Homeowners Association in Caribou County

February 25, 2026 | Construction Grant, News Releases

BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) awarded a $3,200,000 low-interest drinking water construction loan to the Bailey Creek Homeowners Association in Caribou County, Idaho.

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DEQ seeks member for Clearwater Basin Advisory Group

February 25, 2026 | News Releases

LEWISTON – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a representative to fill a vacancy on the Clearwater Basin Advisory Group (BAG). 

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DEQ preparing draft 401 water quality certification for Ashton Hydroelectric Project

February 3, 2026 | News Releases

IDAHO FALLS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is preparing a draft 401 water quality certification for the Ashton Hydroelectric Project—Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) …

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DEQ awards $142,500 to four water systems across Idaho

January 30, 2026 | News Releases, Planning Grant

BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) awarded $142,500 to four water systems to help evaluate deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades.

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Did You Know?

Banks and mortgage lenders typically require proof of safe drinking water. The “Idaho Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems” (IDAPA 58.01.08) requires properties served by a community public water system (i.e., serving at least 15 connections or 25 people who live there year-round) to provide a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). If the property uses a private well, lenders may require certified lab testing to confirm water quality. Contact your water provider for a CCR copy.
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